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Club Med Kani & The Finolhu VillasvsShangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa
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Scores at a Glance
Club Med Kani & The Finolhu VillasShangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa
Overall
9.0
9.3
Beach
9.3
9.4
Food
8.7
9.0
Service
9.0
9.4
Rooms
9.1
9.2
Luxury
8.8
9.4
Value
8.4
7.6
Romance
9.1
9.2
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Club Med Kani & The Finolhu Villas | Measure | Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| 9.0 | Overall Score | 9.3 (better) |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| (better)4.8 (533) | Google Rating | 4.7 (3,174) |
| Rates TBD | Price / Night (pp) | From $170 |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Oceanfront | Beachfront | Oceanfront |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Grand |
| 30 min | Airport Transfer | 30 min |
All Scores
| Club Med Kani & The Finolhu Villas | Measure | Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| 9.3 | Beach | 9.4 (better) |
| 8.7 | Food | 9.0 (better) |
| 9.0 | Service | 9.4 (better) |
| 9.1 | Rooms | 9.2 (better) |
| 8.0 | Pools | 9.0 (better) |
| 8.8 | Luxury | 9.4 (better) |
| (better)8.4 | Value | 7.6 |
| (better)9.2 | Family | 9.1 |
| 9.1 | Romance | 9.2 (better) |
| (better)8.2 | Nightlife | 7.2 |
| 8.6 | Quiet | 9.1 (better) |
| (better)9.0 | Adventure | 8.8 |
| 8.2 | Wellness | 9.3 (better) |
| 6.5 | Remote work | 8.2 (better) |
Of the 16 measures we call, Club Med Kani & The Finolhu Villas leads on 5 and Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa leads on 11.
Vibes
| Club Med Kani & The Finolhu Villas | Measure | Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Quiet | Yes |
| Yes | Adventure | Yes |
| Yes | Lively | – |
| – | Romance | Yes |
Activities
| Club Med Kani & The Finolhu Villas | Measure | Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Diving | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | – |
| – | nature | Yes |
Club Med Kani & The Finolhu Villas
- Finolhu Villas overwater experience
- PADI 5-star dive center
- Trapeze and circus school
- Eco-snorkeling excursions
Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa
- Private 350m white sand beach
- CHI The Spa
- Zipline and island hopping
- Solenne restaurant fine dining
Pros · Club Med Kani & The Finolhu Villas
- Strong all-inclusive structure with meals, drinks, sports, activities, and entertainment.
- Useful dual-island fit: family energy at Kani and quieter villa luxury at Finolhu.
- Excellent snorkeling and non-motorized water-sports profile.
- Convenient 30-minute speedboat access from Malé.
Pros · Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa
- Two secluded beaches and a quieter northern Boracay setting.
- One of the strongest luxury resort products on Boracay.
- Excellent service and arrival transfer experience.
- Strong family facilities including Adventure Zone and family-friendly packages.
- Large spa village and strong wellness setting.
Cons · Club Med Kani & The Finolhu Villas
- The combined experience is not a single quiet private-island product; Kani can feel lively and social.
- Some water sports, scuba, excursions, spa treatments, and transfers cost extra.
- Travelers seeking adults-only quiet should prioritize Finolhu and avoid treating Kani as the main fit.
- Checkout extras and transfer charges require careful review before departure.
Cons · Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa
- Expensive compared with most Boracay resorts.
- Not walkable to central Boracay nightlife or D'Mall.
- Some guests may find the resort too removed from White Beach action.
- Pool count is less of a megaresort-style feature than the beaches, villas, and service.
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